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Index of Advertisers
Abilities Expo `97
1-203-256-4700
Attend the event that makes a difference þ the Number One show for
people with disabilities. At the Rosemont Convention Center in
Rosemont, IL from August 8 to 10. At the Capital Expo Center in
Chantilly, VA from September 12 to 14 and at the San Mateo Expo
Center in San Mateo, CA from November 14-16. Call for a free
brochure.
Access Designed R.V.'s
8450 Pensacola Blvd.
Pensacola, FL 32534
1-904-477-5025
Recreational vehicles custom built for you.
Adamo Industries, Inc.
1182 Pallwood Road
Memphis, TN 38122
1-800-682-7702
A compact version of the original, WalkerAlls Jr. is designed for
those adults who don't require the carrying capacity of our regular
WalkerAlls, yet still appreciate a helping hand! This product
features two deep pockets ideal for books, glasses, cordless phone
and more. Also attaches easily to the backs of adult wheelchairs.
Call for more information.
Accessible Vans of America
4 Beryl Road
Paoli, PA 19301
1-888-AVA-VANS
Rent or buy an accessible van from Accessible Vans of America.
Linking accessibility nationwide. Lowered-floor minivans with power
ramp entry, safety systems, roomy interior. We offer van conversion
using products from Ricon, Braun and IMS. Call us.
Altimate Medical, Inc.
1-800-342-8968
The EasyStand 5000 features a modular design with positioning,
support and mobile options. Accommodates individuals from 4'6" to
6'5".
AlumiRamp, Inc.
90 Taylor St.
Quincy, MI 49082
1-800-800-3864
Ramps for all purposes from quick ramps of lumber and aluminum
supports to mini ramps for getting into your van. Call for free
literature.
Ameriphone, Inc.
12082 Western Avenue
Garden Grove, CA 92841
1-800-874-3005 -- voice
1-800-772-2889 -- tty
email: ameriphone@ameriphoneinc.com
Discover the joy of using the telephone without any assistance. The
new Dialogue RC Remote Controlled Speakerphone offers you complete
hands-free calling. The wireless remote offers þone touchþ control
for memory selection, dialing, answering and access to all the
phone company's special services, up to 40 feet away. It has
voice-activated answering, too. A gentle breath of air is all it
takes to operate the phone. Call for free catalog.
APEX Dynamics
1-800-742-0453
Website: www.apexdynamics.com
Is bathing and lifting a problem? Apex Dynamics is the one-stop
answer to your bathing and lifting problems. Our free-standing
roll-in shower, assisted entry bath, ceiling lift, shower chairs
and seats, shower trolleys, and many other innovative products will
provide solutions to any bathing and lifting problems. Call for
more information.
Aquatic Access, Inc.
417 Dorsey Way
Louisville, KY 40223
1-800-325-LIFT
Lifts for pools and spas.
Barrier Free Lifts
9230 Prince William St.
Manassas, VA 20110
1-800-582-8732
web site: http://www.blvd.com/bfl
Offering the Raisa stand-up lift among the largest selection of
personal lifting systems in the USA.
Beutlich Pharmaceuticals LP
1541 Shields Drive
Waukegan, IL 60085
(800) 238-8542
email: hurricane@aol.com
website: http://www.beutlich.com
CEO-TWO suppositories offer the spinal cord injured a simple but
effective way to evacuate the lower bowel that is safe, effective
and predictable. Call for more information.
The Braun Corporation
P.O. Box 310
Winamac, IN 46996
1-800-THE-LIFT
Introducing the 1997 Braun Entervan. The ultimate refinement. The
culmination of 25 years' experience in building personal mobility
products. The Entervan has been crash tested and certified to meet
or exceed all applicable federal safety requirements. Call for a
video.
Chrysler Automobility
1-800-255-9877
1-800-922-3826 (TDD)
For people who just won't sit still, or on the sidelines. Chrysler
has a program for people who refuse to live in the slow lane. It's
called Automobility and it will give you up to $1,000 back when you
install adaptive equipment on a new Chrysler Corporation vehicle.
D & D Advanced Tech Inc.
(800) 200-1987
Presenting an þOptional charging systemþ þ the battery booster.
Delivers more power for power chairs and scooters. VA approved.
Call for brochures and prices.
Daniels Cablevision
Job hotline: 1-619-438-7741, ext. 500
Successful job applicants are required to take an interview and
drug test. Call 1-619-438-7741, ext. 504 if you require an
accommodation for the interview and/or test.
Everest & Jennings
1-800-235-4661
Lancer 2000 -- Distinctive lines and dynamic performance tell you
this is no ordinary power wheelchair. Superior ergonomics with an
adjustable seat and back angle; adjustable seat depth. Consider the
enhanced comfort and performance benefits of a sophisticated
multi-stage elastomer suspension system or the coil spring
suspension upgrade.
Eye-Tech Digital Systems
1750 E. McLellan Rd.
Mesa, AZ 85203
(602) 386-6303
email: etsbus@aol.com
website: http://members.aol.com/etsbus/eyetech_home.htm
Use Quick Glance for hands-free access to your Windows 95 computer.
Quick Glance is a mouse emulator which moves the cursor according
to your eye movements.
Ford Mobility Motoring
1-800-952-2248
1-800-833-0312 TTY
Experience the Independence -- Ford provides assistance for people
with physical disabilities purchasing or leasing and adapting a new
vehicle before September 30, 1997. Get up to $1,000 cash assistance
toward the installation of adaptive equipment on new 1996, 1997 and
1998 Ford, Mercury and Lincoln vehicles. Call for more information.
Thomas E. Frankovich
A Professional Law Corporation
1-888-364-7232
Denied access again? Tired of being discriminated against? Want
access now? Call Thomas Frankovich, a professional law corporation
serving the entire United States - access, employment and service
animals.
Freedom One
28936 Phillips Street
Elkhart, IN 46514
1-800-373-3661
Our van conversions feature lowered floors and a ramp that stores
in the floor when not in use. A power ramp system is optional.
Fun Designs
1-800-261-6355
Website: www.fundes.com
Adaptive clothing choices by mail order. Including drop seat pants
with calf pockets; hidden buttons or hook/loop fly with seam
pockets.
General Motors Mobility Program
1-800-323-9935
1-800-833-9935 (TTY)
You already have motivation. You NEED transportation. It's your car
or truck that needs to do some catching up. That's our mission - to
provide you the names of local companies that can assess your needs
and install appropriate adaptive equipment. And we can show you how
to get reimbursed up to $1,000 toward the cost of that equipment.
GPK, Inc.
7942 Calle Posada
Carlsbad, CA 92009
1-800-468-8679
The possibilities are endless with UPPERTONE. Sixteen unassisted
exercises for quads. Call for brochure.
Handi-Ramp
1-800-876-RAMP
website: www.marketzone.com/Handi-Ramp
Low-cost alternative to a van lift - our van ramps fold in half and
store vertically inside your van. Our van ramps are spring
assisted, resulting in a lift effort of less than 20 pounds for
storing some models. Also available: wheelchair tie-downs, and
custom ramp systems. Call for a dealer in your area.
Hoveround Corp.
2151 Whitfield Industrial Way
Sarasota, FL 34243
(800) 771-6565
The most maneuverable mobility vehicles in the world! Hoveround's
joystick control and ease of use is perfect for the active person
with a disability. Medicare assignment accepted. Call for FREE
video package.
Hughes Superset
1-800-883-0773
Get a completely independent challenging workout with Superset.
Isotonic and aerobic workout. Call today!
IBEX International
7431-14 W. Atlantic Blvd., Suite 114
Delray Beach, FL 33446
1-516-496-0224
Distributors of Canon Communicators, accessories and supplies since
1977. Now in a new location. Write or call for a brochure.
IPU Innovative Products Unlimited Inc.
4351 W. College Avenue, Suite 505
Appleton, WI 54914
1-800-424-3369
The Access Chair for shower or pool is made of premium PVC - no
rust! Call for more information.
Iron Horse Productions, Inc.
1-800-426-0354
If you've got the will, we've got the way. The Iron Horse is the
only folding-frame fully suspensioned wheelchair. Call for
information.
Kinetic Diversified Industries, Inc.
1-800-451-6206
website: www.tushcush.com
Makers of the famous original `Tush-Cush' orthopedic seat cushion.
And now a new product: a gel cushion for wheelchairs at a fraction
of the cost of the other `big name' cushions. Call for more
information.
Kroepke Kontrols
104 Hawkins St.
Bronx, NY 10464
1-718-885-1100
email: kroepke@mail.idt.net
Drive your car safely, easily, confidently - with your fingertips!
Kroepke Kontrols are custom made to fit your car perfectly.
Lubidet USA Inc.
1980 S. Quebec St. #4
Denver, CO 80231-3234
1-800-582-4338
email: lubidet@rmii.com
Make life easier with Lubidet's toilet attachment. Gentle,
effective, non-intrusive personal cleansing. Warm water wash; warm
air dry. Call for free brochure.
Mac's Lift Gate, Inc.
2715 Seaboard Lane
Long Beach, CA 90805
(800) 795-6227
Make life accessible again ... with the most affordable residential
lift system available. The Vertical Home Lift PL 45 from Mac's Lift
Gate. It's easily installed, weather proof, plugs into 100-volt
household current and has a lifting height of up to 72 inches.
Maddak, Inc.
1-201-628-7600
email: custservice@maddak.com
web site: http://www.maddak.com
Enhanced seating comfort with the Tuffet Leg & Foot Rest from
Maddak Ableware. At work or at rest, use it in either two positions
- fits between wheelchair wheels and under desk. The surface is
made of a `soft touch' durable plastic that can be adjusted for
firmness by releasing air from a recessed air valve.
MagiCorp
98 East Main Street
P.O. Box 629
Vernon, CT 06066
1-888-872-8708
email: magicorp@connix.com
website: www.magicorpinc.com
Supplement hard-to-use mechanical keys and locks with `abiliKey' -
the easy-to-use electronic access device that is ideal for
amputees, severe arthritics, and people with nerve or muscle
disorders. Call for more information.
MAINSTREAM Back Issues
2973 Beech St.
San Diego, CA 92102
Get the info you missed! Back issues of MAINSTREAM at a bargain
rate! For a limited time, we are offering 1-year packages of
MAINSTREAM from 1993, 1994, 1995 and 1996 at a special price - 1
year for $20.
Maxi-Aids
42 Executive Blvd.
P.O. Box 3209
Farmingdale, NY 11735
(800) 522-6294
email: sales@maxiaids.com
website: http://www.maxiaids.com
New catalog of products for independent living. Products also for
visually impaired, blind, hard of hearing, deaf, deaf-blind,
arthritic, the physically challenged & more. Call for FREE catalog.
Morgan Technology, Inc.
2230 Wisconsin Avenue
Downers Grove, IL 60516
1-800-906-LITE
Our Microlite wheelchairs are the lightest weight, narrowest
folding chairs available. Complete weight as low as 19 pounds with
a folded width of 9 3/4 inches. Disassembles quickly to a 10 pound
frame. Many sizes, options and configurations are available and a
lifetime frame warranty backs each chair.
NYNEX
(800) 882-6828
(800) 299-2640 TTY
With free NYNEX assistive equipment, low-income people with
disabilities can enjoy their independence. To qualify for
assistance, you must be on NYNEX LifeLine Service or be eligible
for it. This is a limited time offer and applies only to New York
State NYNEX customers or their dependents in the same household,
while supplies last.
Palmer Industries
P.O. Box 5707FX
Endicott, NY 13763
(800) 847-1304
website: http://palmerind.com
Palmer electric carts since 1973 - easy one-hand operation, 0-14
mph, 500 pound capacity, 40 mile range. Call for FREE brochure.
Pegasus Airwave
1-888-285-ALT8
website: www.pegasus-airwave.com
Discover the liberating effect of the ALTERN8 Therapeutic Seating
System.It prevents and heals pressure sores so you can get out of
bed and back into life. The ALTERN8 system, powered by a 12-hour
rechargeable battery, allows you to sit in your chair for longer
periods of time. Call for free information.
Permobil, Inc.
6B Gill Street
Woburn, MA 01801
(888) PERMOBIL
The Chairman Corpus by Permobil is a front wheel drive power
wheelchair. Front wheel drive means greater maneuverability indoors
and more accessibility outside. It delivers powered options unlike
any other chair: 30-45 degree power tilt, 90-150 degree power
recline with shear reduction, power elevating leg rest and powered
seat elevator that raises your seat eight inches.
Rand-Scot, Inc.
401 Linden Center Dr.
Fort Collins, CO 80524
1-800-467-7967
email: randscot@webaccess.net
Transfer hassle? Try the EasyPivot! Simply the best way to get from
wheelchair to bed. The EasyPivot uses a natural position for a
gentle comfortable lift. Call for more information.
Rainbow Wheels
P.O. Box 194
Hillsdale, MI 49242
1-800-910-VANS
email: RAINBOW@DMCI.NET
Web site: http://www.RAINBOWWHEELS.COM
Rental of wheelchair accessible vans for periods of one day or
longer. Rainbow Wheels provides the vehicle for freedom and
independence. Our goal is to improve the mobility of people with
disabilities and their families.
R.D. Equipment, Inc.
230 Percival Drive
West Barnstable, MA 02668
1-508-362-7498
e-mail: rdequip@capecod.net
New inexpensive, lightweight electric leg bag emptier. Also offers
the Tub Slide Shower Chair þ so versatile that it will work in
almost any bathroom.
REI Reese Enterprises, Inc.
P.O. Box 459
Rosemount, MN 55068-0459
1-800-328-0953
Finally, a solid fire retardant rubber ramp that complies with ADA
standards and is easy installed indoors or outdoors. Reese ramps
come in a standard width of 39 inches with a traffic direction of
6 inches or 12 inches. Call for more information.
Sanwa Bank California
Human Resources, Dept. MS697
601 South Figueroa Street W4-1
Los Angeles, CA 90017
We're searching for professionals to fill positions in Commercial
& Retail Banking, Finance, Information Services, Investment
Counselors, and Telephone Banking. We have a commitment to
diversity. Become a partner in our century-old tradition of helping
to create and support California's diverse communities. Send resume
indicating area of interest.
Steele, Inc.
26112 Iowa Avenue NE
P.O. Box 7304
Kingston, WA 98346
1-360-297-4555
Too hot? The SteeleVest body cooling garment will keep you cool no
matter what you do.
Teledyne Ryan Aeronautical
Staffing Administrator
2701 Harbor Drive
San Diego, CA 92101
1-619-260-5425
For information on current job openings, call or send resume.
Urocare Products, Inc.
1-800-423-4441
From our reusable latex leg bags to our tubing clamps and
connectors, we've been providing a wide range of quality
incontinence management products for over 20 years. Call for more
information.
U.S. Medical Corporation
1-800-408-7633
Offers incontinence products - all major brands. Free sample
Tranquility. Medicaid accepted. Pride Scooters and lift chairs.
Wheelchair ramps. Urologicals and ostomy. FREE DELIVERY.
Wheelchair Getaways
1-800-642-2042
Wheelchair Getaways rents wheelchair accessible vans by the day,
week, or longer, throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Each van is
equipped with a fully automatic wheelchair lift or ramp, tie-downs,
and a raised roof or lowered floor for added comfort. Our vans
accommodate both wheelchairs and scooters.
Winsford Products, Inc.
179 Pennington Harbourton Road
Pennington, NJ 08534
(609) 737-3311
The Model 5 Winsford Feeder enables people to eat soup and cereal,
as well as solid food, at their own rate, without the use of their
arms.
Wings & Wheels
5 Cleveland Avenue
Dover, NJ 07801
1-800-422-5309
Finally, greeting cards for you! Designs depicting people with
disabilities living life. Call for FREE catalog.
And that's MAINSTREAM Magazine for JUNE/JULY 1997. We'd love to hear your comments. Write to MAINSTREAM at 2973 Beech St., San Diego, CA 92102. Or send e-mail to editor@mainstream-mag.com. So long until next time.
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